Local rapper Case Bargè has overcome many obstacles during his career to become one of the city’s top talents. Last year, Scene writer Emanuel Wallace wrote, “His music is conscious, passionate and determined and has drawn comparisons to contemporaries such as Andre 3000, Childish Gambino and Kendrick Lamar, among a few others.”

Barge has just announced that he’ll host a premiere of his new music video, “Manifest,” at 7 p.m. on Monday at the Winchester. Shot and directed by Josh Teplitz, the video aims to address “controversial issues” such as politics, religion, today’s media, and society as a whole.”

A Q&A will follow the first screening and all guests will be welcomed to ask Bargé and Teplitz any questions regarding the track or visual. There will also be spoken word by Britton Grace, music by ALOOF’s UnknownPhrazes, and food and drink specials.

Bargé’s collective, Alls Lost Outside Our Fantasy (ALOOF Recs), aims to “raise levels of consciousness through different forms of art.”

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This article appears in Jul 26 – Aug 1, 2017.

Jeff has been covering the Cleveland music scene for more than 25 years now. On a regular basis, he tries to talk to whatever big acts are coming through town. And if you're in a local band that he needs to hear, email him at jniesel@clevescene.com.